Atty. John Allen Sappington

Atty. John Allen Sappington

John Allen Sappington is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, casualty insurance, personal injury. John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years.

San Diego San Diego 52 yrs experience 52 year
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About John Allen Sappington at a glance

John Allen Sappington is a personal injury, litigation, and insurance attorney based in San Diego, California. They have 52+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1974. Admitted to practice in California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Southern Distric (1974). Educated at Hastings College of Law, University of California (J.D., 1974) and University of California at Berkeley (B.A., 1970). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in San Diego, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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  • John Allen Sappington is a lawyer practicing civil litigation, casualty insurance, personal injury
  • John received a B.A. degree from University of California at Berkeley in 1970, and has been licensed for 52 years
  • John practices in San Diego, CA

Practice Areas Explained

John Allen Sappington's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John Allen Sappington handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

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Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in San Diego are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about John Allen Sappington

Where is John Allen Sappington's law office located?
John Allen Sappington's law practice is located in San Diego, California. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does John Allen Sappington handle?
John Allen Sappington focuses on personal injury, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has John Allen Sappington practiced law?
John Allen Sappington has 52+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1974.
Where did John Allen Sappington go to law school?
John Allen Sappington earned their education at (J.D., 1974); (B.A., 1970).
How can I contact John Allen Sappington for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John Allen Sappington received?
John Allen Sappington's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
Hastings College of Law, University of California
- 1974
B.A.
University of California at Berkeley
- 1970

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California U.S. District Court, Central District of California U.S. District Court, Southern Distric
Admitted: 1974

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